How much does a dental assistant make in Columbus?
$48,760a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $23.44 an hour or $4,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.44
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 105 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 2,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,730Median: $48,760Highest 10%: $78,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,730 | $18.14 | |
| 25th | $45,650 | $21.95 | |
| Median | $48,760 | $23.44 | |
| 75th | $57,290 | $27.54 | |
| 90th | $78,500 | $37.74 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Cincinnati, OH | $49,590 |
| Dayton, OH | $48,710 |
| Akron, OH | $48,230 |
| Cleveland, OH | $47,800 |
| Toledo, OH | $46,580 |
| Sandusky, OH | $46,260 |
| Springfield, OH | $45,660 |
| Lima, OH | $45,570 |
| Canton, OH | $45,340 |
| Wheeling, WV | $44,610 |
| Mansfield, OH | $44,410 |
| Youngstown, OH | $43,800 |
| Weirton, WV | $43,790 |
| Huntington, WV | $42,660 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $69,480 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,480 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,580 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,160 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,060 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,820 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,140 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,970 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,330 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $39,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $23.44 ($48,760 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $48,760 against $48,070 nationally, 1% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $47,970, so Columbus pays 2% more.
Where does Columbus rank for dental assistant pay?
105 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,730 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,500 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.